Transportation Security Screeners conduct screening of passengers, baggage, or cargo to ensure compliance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulations. They can operate basic security equipment such as x-ray machines and hand wands at screening checkpoints.
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- Transportation Security Screeners
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What do they typically do
- Perform pat-down or hand-held wand searches of passengers who have triggered machine alarms, cannot pass through metal detectors, or have been randomly identified for searches
- Inspect carry-on items using x-ray viewing equipment to determine whether items contain objects that warrant further investigation
- Follow those who breach security until police or other security personnel arrive to apprehend them
- Test baggage for any explosive materials, using equipment such as explosive detection machines or chemical swab systems
- Send checked baggage through automated screening machines, and set bags aside for searching or rescreening as indicated by equipment
- Check passengers' tickets to make sure they are valid and to determine whether passengers have issues that require special handling
- Notify supervisors or other appropriate personnel when security breaches occur
- Search carry-on or checked baggage by hand that is suspected to contain prohibited items such as weapons
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Job Growth +0.6%
Job Openings 36
Education & Training
- Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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